Robert P. Burke
Robert P. Burke | |
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Admiral Robert P. Burke in July 2020 | |
| Born | 1962 (age 62–63) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1983–2022 |
| Rank | Admiral |
| Commands | United States Naval Forces Europe-Africa Allied Joint Force Command Naples Vice Chief of Naval Operations Chief of Naval Personnel Submarine Group 8 USS Hampton (SSN-767) |
| Awards | Defense Distinguished Service Medal Navy Distinguished Service Medal (2) Defense Superior Service Medal Legion of Merit (5) Officer of the Order of Australia (Australia) |
Robert Peter Burke (born 1962) is a retired United States Navy admiral who served as the commander of United States Naval Forces Europe-Africa and Allied Joint Force Command Naples from 17 July 2020 to 27 June 2022. He was the 58th Chief of Naval Personnel from 27 May 2016 to 23 May 2019 and Vice Chief of Naval Operations from 10 June 2019 until 29 May 2020.
On May 31, 2024, Burke was arrested on charges of taking bribes while serving as commander of U.S Naval Forces Europe-Africa. On May 19, 2025 Burke was convicted on all charges and faces 20-30 years in prison.